DO 195 - The End of Modernity with Tom Murphy, Jason, and Josh
Doomer Optimism4 Jan 2024

DO 195 - The End of Modernity with Tom Murphy, Jason, and Josh

In this episode Jason and Josh talk with Tom Murphy, author of the blog Do The Math, about the inherently unsustainable nature of modernity and the delusion of infinite growth on a finite planet. As part of this they discuss his early retirement from academia as a successful astrophysicist at the University of California, his growing interest in indigenous wisdom and lifeways, the long view of earth history and where we’re going, and his realization that the end of modernity doesn’t mean the end of humanity

Tom’s university bio:

I am a Professor in the physics department at UCSD, and the Associate Director of CASS, the Center for Astrophysics and Space Sciences. From 2003–2020, I led the APOLLO project as an ultra-precise test of General Relativity using the technique of lunar laser ranging. My interests are transitioning to quantitative assessment of the challenges associated with long-term human success on a finite planet.

In November 2021, I was one of five founders of the Planetary Limits Academic Network, aiming to connect scholars from all disciplines who are concerned about the deep systemic challenges humanity faces this century. Our "launch" paper gives the background, titled Modernity is Incompatible with Planetary Limits: Developing a PLAN for the Future.

In 2014, I started a company (Aircraft Avoidance Systems) to provide safety devices for observatories using lasers for scientific research.


Tom’s blog, Do the Math:

https://dothemath.ucsd.edu/

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DO 176 - Wendell Berry Book Club recap W/ Ashley, Donald, AC, Tiffani, and Joel

DO 176 - Wendell Berry Book Club recap W/ Ashley, Donald, AC, Tiffani, and Joel

Join our book club community as Ashley, Donald, AC, Tiffani, and Joel gather to discuss the timeless wisdom of Wendell Berry. Delve into the captivating world of his works, exploring profound insights, reflections, and engaging conversations that promise to leave you inspired and enlightened.

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DO 175 - Tres and Simon ask what are we gonna do with the suburbs?

DO 175 - Tres and Simon ask what are we gonna do with the suburbs?

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DO 174 - Modern Nomadism w/ Andy, Keturah and Ashley

DO 174 - Modern Nomadism w/ Andy, Keturah and Ashley

Ashley sits down with Andy and Keturah to talk about a future-oriented nomadic culture, drawing from the best of the past and the present. They also drop some exciting news at the beginning of the chat! Follow Andy and Keturah on twitter: https://twitter.com/shagbark_hick https://twitter.com/KeturahAbigail Read Andy’s substack at: https://shagbark.substack.com/

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DO 172 - Prepping with Jonathan Rawles, Roland Gunn and Ashley

DO 172 - Prepping with Jonathan Rawles, Roland Gunn and Ashley

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28 Sep 20231h 9min

DO 171 - Building the Regenerators Network with Ed Bourgeois, Ashley, and Jason

DO 171 - Building the Regenerators Network with Ed Bourgeois, Ashley, and Jason

Ashley and Jason speak with Ed Bourgeois about his long history in the regenerative agriculture movement, the importance of holistic science, good soil management as the foundation, and his work now building peer to peer networks among farmers working towards a regenerative transition

26 Sep 20231h 33min

DO 170 - Coming Home w/ Ashley and Nate

DO 170 - Coming Home w/ Ashley and Nate

Nate helps Ashley think through the idea of returning home from Uruguay to Chicago by reflecting on his own story of homecoming.

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DO 169 - The Best of Times, The Worst of Times with Will Caverly, Going Godward, and Jason

DO 169 - The Best of Times, The Worst of Times with Will Caverly, Going Godward, and Jason

Will, GG, and Jason discuss Will’s eclectic background researching ‘urban renewal’, the cyclic nature of society, urban decline and polarization, as well as his ‘escape’ to the exurbs to become a low-tech, permacultural, self-sufficient homesteader and the reality checks he’s received in terms of producing enough food and battling invasive species. Will Caverly lives on a permaculture homestead in Southeastern Pennsylvania with his family. He writes at his substack, The Mercenary Pen, and most of his work can be found at www.willcaverly.com. His recent article for Front Porch Republic, "There's No More Room: Toward an Anarcho-Pastoralism", reflects on his ten years of homesteading in response to civilizational decay. He is currently working on a book on the intersection of eminent domain and environmentalism in mid-20th century Philadelphia.

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DO 168 - Silvopasture with Drake Larson, Nate, and Jason

DO 168 - Silvopasture with Drake Larson, Nate, and Jason

Drake, Nate, and Jason talk about Silvopasture, Drake’s experience with it, and Nate’s plans for it. What it is, why it has so much potential for both food production and ecological restoration, the central role of water management, keyline design, carbon myopia, ecological prefiguration, and the numerous beings that are supporting our efforts.

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